Best 8 Greek Apple Salad With Pine Nuts And Feta Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the Mediterranean with this delightful Greek Apple Salad. This vibrant salad is a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, featuring crisp Granny Smith apples, crunchy celery, aromatic red onion, and juicy seedless grapes, all tossed in a zesty dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Topped with toasted pine nuts for a nutty crunch and crumbled feta cheese for a salty tang, this salad is a symphony of textures and flavors that will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of Greece.

In addition to the main recipe, this article offers a versatile collection of variations to cater to diverse dietary preferences and culinary inclinations. For those seeking a vegan option, there's a tantalizing Vegan Greek Apple Salad that swaps out the feta cheese for creamy avocado and tangy lemon juice, resulting in a salad that is both satisfying and nutritious. If you're craving a heartier meal, the Greek Apple Salad with Chicken or Shrimp offers a protein-packed twist, featuring succulent grilled chicken or shrimp tossed with the vibrant salad ingredients. And for a delightful twist on a classic, the Warm Greek Apple Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes introduces roasted sweet potatoes for a smoky and earthy dimension, making it a perfect dish for chilly autumn evenings.

No matter your dietary preferences or culinary desires, this article has a Greek Apple Salad recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the sun-drenched shores of Greece.

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APPLE SPINACH SALAD



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This classic apple spinach salad is easy to make with fresh ingredients, tossed with a quick apple cider vinaigrette, and easy to customize with your favorite add-ins.

Provided by Ali

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 ounces fresh baby spinach
2 small apples, cored and thinly sliced
half of a small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/3 cup dried cranberries
3 ounces crumbled goat cheese
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove, peeled and minced
a generous pinch of salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all of the vinaigrette ingredients together in a bowl and whisk vigorously (or shake them together in a mason jar) to combine.
  • Add spinach, apples, red onion, walnuts, dried cranberries, and half of the goat cheese to a large bowl. Drizzle with the vinaigrette, and toss to combine.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining goat cheese, and enjoy!

GREEK SALAD



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Try Ina Garten's fresh Greek Salad recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network for a colorful veggie dish that's studded with salty olives and feta cheese.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 hothouse cucumber, unpeeled, seeded, and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 red bell pepper, large-diced
1 yellow bell pepper, large-diced
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, sliced in half-rounds
1/2 pound feta cheese, 1/2-inch diced (not crumbled)
1/2 cup calamata olives, pitted
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup good red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup good olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the cucumber, peppers, tomatoes and red onion in a large bowl.
  • For the vinaigrette, whisk together the garlic, oregano, mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Still whisking, slowly add the olive oil to make an emulsion. Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables. Add the feta and olives and toss lightly. Set aside for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Serve at room temperature.

GREEK APPLE SALAD WITH PINE NUTS AND FETA



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Make and share this Greek Apple Salad With Pine Nuts and Feta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon sugar
3/4 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
3 tart apples, cored and sliced 1/2 inch thick (Granny Smith)
1/2 bunch watercress
1/2 bunch arugula (rocket or roka)
1 small red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (blue cheese can be subbed)
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts or 1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk together first 5 ingredients.
  • Reserve half of dressing.
  • Toss remainder with apples and onion rings.
  • Arrange watercress and arugula on 4 salad plates, drizzle with reserved dressing.
  • Divide apple slices and onion rings among plates.
  • Sprinkle with feta and pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.4, Fat 42.8, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 228.3, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 17.1, Protein 5.7

GREEK SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 main course servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more to taste
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil, preferably Greek
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
Freshly ground black pepper
1 head romaine lettuce (about 1 pound), trimmed of tough stems and torn into bite-sized pieces
6 ounces calamata olives, about 1 cup
1/2 pound Feta cheese, crumbled
1 English (seedless) cucumber, trimmed, cut into 1 inch chunks
12 ounces vine-ripened cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small red onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes and drained
1 green pepper, trimmed, seeded, and diced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, garlic, salt, and oil. Stir in the oregano and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  • When ready to serve: In a large bowl lightly toss the lettuce with some of the dressing. Divide the lettuce among 4 salad bowls. Scatter the olives, cheese, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and peppers over the top of the greens. Serve and pass the remaining dressing at the table.

EASY GREEK SALAD



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
4 whole ripe tomatoes, cut into 6 wedges each, then each wedge cut in half
1 whole (large) cucumber, peeled, cut into fourths lengthwise, and diced into large chunks
1/2 whole red onion, sliced very thin
30 whole pitted kalamata olives, cut in half lengthwise, plus 6 olives, chopped fine
6 ounces crumbled feta cheese
Fresh parsley leaves, roughly chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar, or more to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 whole lemon, for squeezing

Steps:

  • Add the chopped lettuce, tomato wedges, cucumber chunks, onion slices, halved olives, half the feta and some parsley to a large bowl.
  • Combine the olive oil, vinegar, sugar, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper and chopped olives in a bowl or mason jar. Whisk or shake together until combined. Taste and adjust seasonings (I almost always add a little more sugar).
  • Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients, then add some salt and pepper. Toss with tongs or clean hands. Just before serving, top with the remaining feta and squeeze a little lemon juice over the top.

ELEGANT ORZO WITH WILTED SPINACH AND PINE NUTS



Elegant Orzo with Wilted Spinach and Pine Nuts image

Orzo pasta with wilted spinach, feta cheese, tomatoes, and balsamic vinegar - goes well with fish or chicken.

Provided by ASCALESE

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked orzo
½ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup pine nuts
1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach
⅛ cup balsamic vinegar
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
½ fresh tomato, chopped
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. (Firm or slightly undercooked orzo works best for this dish.) Drain, transfer to a mixing bowl, and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium high heat, stirring to blend. Stir in garlic, basil, and red pepper flakes, and reduce heat to medium. Stir in pine nuts and cook until lightly browned. Add spinach, cover, and cook on low heat for 5 minutes, or until spinach is wilted.
  • Toss spinach mixture with orzo pasta. Portion onto serving plates with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and a sprinkling of crumbled feta cheese and chopped tomatoes. Allow guests to adjust seasoning with salt, as needed. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.1 g, Cholesterol 32.9 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 514.3 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH PINE NUTS AND FETA



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Make and share this Green Bean Salad With Pine Nuts and Feta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ricky Henry-Davies

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 17m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

400 g green beans, blanched 2 minutes
50 g pine nuts, toasted (optional)
200 g feta cheese, crumbled
1 bunch flat leaf parsley, chopped
100 g olives
olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 lemon, juice of
salt and pepper
1 pinch chili powder (optional)

Steps:

  • Grab a bowl throw in all of the above, and mix--how easy is that!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.3, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 44.5, Sodium 764.8, Carbohydrate 13.6, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 5.9, Protein 10.1

SPINACH AND ORZO SALAD



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A light, easy-to-make salad that's pleasing to the palate.

Provided by Christine R.

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked orzo pasta
1 (10 ounce) package baby spinach leaves, finely chopped
½ pound crumbled feta cheese
½ red onion, finely chopped
¾ cup pine nuts
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
½ cup olive oil
½ cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in spinach, feta, onion, pine nuts, basil and white pepper. Toss with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.5 calories, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 349.2 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples. This will give your salad a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Fuji apples.
  • Don't peel the apples. The skin adds flavor and nutrients to the salad.
  • Slice the apples thinly. This will help them absorb the dressing better.
  • Use a light and refreshing dressing. A simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, and honey is a good option.
  • Add some crunch. Pine nuts, walnuts, or almonds are all good choices.
  • Add some sweetness. Dried cranberries, raisins, or chopped dates are all good options.
  • Add some saltiness. Feta cheese or crumbled blue cheese are both good options.
  • Serve immediately. This salad is best when served fresh.

Conclusion:

Greek apple salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its sweet, tart, and salty flavors, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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